Bamford & Norden May 2017

In Bloom Effort For 2017 Rooted
In Our Village
Yet again Norden is the starting point for Rochdale`s entry in RHS Britain In Bloom. Judging
Day will once again start with a visit to the Jubilee Park. The Park gave a brilliant start to the 2016
Route, scoring a Level 5 "Outstanding” in it’s category. Improvements have continued in the area for 2017,
with the addition of a new, heritage notice board, in front of the Park being the latest evidence of
renaissance.
Moss Row Community Allotments will also
have a major role to play in 2017, with their
enthusiastic Committee and members working
hard to add new and exciting features to the
formula which won them the highest accolade
from the RHS Judges in 2016.
For a number of years, the judging party has
commented favourably on the efforts which
local businesses go to that bring colour and
vibrancy to the shopping area at the heart of
Norden. We are all looking forward to the
focus which NEEVA, under new Chairman, Paul
Ellison, will be bringing to floral displays and
hanging baskets in the key part of the Judging
Route.
For 2017, the In Bloom Committee is keen to
hear from any groups of residents close to the
Village centre who have ideas or projects to
enhance their environment and add to the
favourable impression which we hope the
Judges will gain of Norden. If you have an
idea which you would like to discuss with the
In Bloom Committee, please contact them via
the Streetwise Office.
To advertise call 07976 289967 or 0797 443 4793 or email sales@streetwisemag.co.uk
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